Styling Tips and Tricks For Your Body Type

1. Petite—Rachel Bilson

The Hart of Dixie star Rachel Bilson is such a fashion giant, it's easy to forget that she's only 5-foot-1. How does she do it? It's all about fit!
The vertical lines on this minidress (in this case, leather straps) keep the eye going up and down for a long, lean look.

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2. Petite—Rachel Bilson

A blouson maxidress would overpower a less-than-towering type, but wear one with a slim-fitting bodice and the result is a slimming success.

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3. Petite—Rachel Bilson

Head-to-toe nude gave the illusion of legs (and a body) that go on forever.

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4. Petite—Rachel Bilson

A micro hemline is a great way to make legs appear miles long.

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5. Petite—Rachel Bilson

A cropped jacket was the perfect topper to a multi-print dress. The key measurements? A flawless fit through the shoulders and a hemline that hit right at the hipbone.

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6. Tall—Taylor Swift

At 5-foot-11, Taylor Swift is a statuesque stunner and proud of it. Instead of hiding her height, she emphasizes it with high heels and bold patterns. Check out more of her tall-girl tips!
Swift's quick fix for a too-short dress? Layering a longer slip or skirt beneath it.

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7. Tall—Taylor Swift

A deep-V neckline echoed her rangy frame while amping up her femininity.

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8. Tall—Taylor Swift

High heels put Swift well over six feet tall and make her legs look their best.

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9. Tall—Taylor Swift

When you have a canvas like Taylor's to work with, you don't shy away from bold prints! With her height, oversize polka dots were in perfect proportion.

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10. Tall—Taylor Swift

Horizontal stripes add volume to a boyish figure. Swift emphasized her top half with a long-sleeved tee while downplaying her legs with an all-black skirt, tights and shoes.

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11. Curvy—Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian makes the most of her famous shape with formfitting, waist-centric pieces.
A statement belt brings Kardashian's little middle into focus.

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12. Curvy—Kim Kardashian

When you have an hourglass figure, you never want to obscure your waist-Kardashian used a well-placed knot to make a blouson top work for her.

14. Curvy—Kim Kardashian

15. Curvy—Kim Kardashian

A sculpted dress with a full skirt is a ladylike (and waist-flattering) alternative to a fitted sheath.

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16. Pregnant—Jessica Alba

Although she gave birth to Haven Garner Warren in August, we can't stop thinking about Jessica Alba's amazing maternity style. Using a combination of bold color and unexpected layering pieces, she looked flawless throughout her nine months.
Trendy colorblocking beautifully camouflaged her bump. A bright melon hued bodice drew eyes upward while a less bodacious purple skirt downplayed her stomach.

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17. Pregnant—Jessica Alba

Alba took tunic dressing into new frontiers with a fashion-forward neon number. The loose fit of the T-shirt-style piece hid her stomach (and kept her comfortable).

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18. Pregnant—Jessica Alba

New layering piece alert! Alba added some edge to a print maxidress with an unexpected (and perfectly proportioned) cropped vest.

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19. Pregnant—Jessica Alba

A flowing striped top echoed her wide-leg jeans for some '70s-style chic.

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20. Pregnant—Jessica Alba

An A-line coat kept Alba cozy, while keeping the focus on her skinny jeans and studded heels.

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21. Full-Figured—Adele

We love how Adele plays up her voluptuous curves in retro '50s and '60s-inspired silhouettes. Clearly a fan of black, the gifted singer emphasizes her beauty with subtle details.
For the MTV Video Music Awards, Adele chose a Burberry dress with an embellished neckline that drew all eyes upward to her stunning features.

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Petite—Rachel Bilson

The Hart of Dixie star Rachel Bilson is such a fashion giant, it's easy to forget that she's only 5-foot-1. How does she do it? It's all about fit!
The vertical lines on this minidress (in this case, leather straps) keep the eye going up and down for a long, lean look.